How much does workers' comp pay in Connecticut?
- Connecticut temporary total pays 75% of average weekly earnings after federal and state income tax and FICA — not 75% of gross.
- The maximum is $1,776 a week for injuries from October 1, 2026 ($1,716 for October 2025 – September 2026; $1,654 for October 2024 – September 2025).
- At $1,000 after-tax AWW the rate is $750.
- Use the Commission's after-tax rate tables for the exact figure.
Official-source review: . General guidance, not legal advice.
Calculate Connecticut ordinary total-disability pay
Low earners get at least 20% of the maximum, but never more than 75% of gross wages. Leave blank and the minimum is not applied.
Estimated weekly TTD
$900.00
Assumes full temporary disability and a correct AWW. Does not establish eligibility, apply waiting periods or offsets, or model partial disability.
Connecticut permanent-award rules: what actually drives the payout
- Connecticut permanent partial disability (specific indemnity) = 75% of after-tax AWW × scheduled weeks × loss-of-use %.
- It has its own lower weekly cap — $1,175 from October 2026, $1,220 for October 2025 – September 2026 — and a $50 minimum.
- Schedule: back 374 weeks, cervical spine 208 (from July 1, 2025; previously 117), master arm 208, master hand 168, leg 155, foot 125, eye 157.
- A 10% back rating at $1,000 after-tax AWW is 37.4 weeks × $750 = $28,050.
Medical impairment, legal disability and loss of earning capacity are different measurements. Use the established award category and applicable rate before doing dollar arithmetic. Do not borrow a rating from Social Security, the VA or another state.
| Award basis | Full-loss / full-person weeks |
|---|---|
| Back | 374 |
| Cervical spine (from July 2025) | 208 |
| Arm (master) | 208 |
| Arm (other) | 194 |
| Hand (master) | 168 |
| Hand (other) | 155 |
| Leg | 155 |
| Foot | 125 |
| Thumb (master hand) | 63 |
| Index finger | 36 |
| Eye | 157 |
| Hearing, both ears | 104 |
How to evaluate a Connecticut settlement
- A Connecticut full and final stipulation must be approved by an administrative law judge at a stipulation hearing.
- Once approved, the case closes and the worker gives up future medical, disability and loss-of-income benefits for that injury, including benefits if it worsens, unless the approved terms keep medical open.
- Check the wage worksheet, award classification, rating evidence and unpaid benefits.
- Identify exactly which medical conditions, future treatment and wage-loss rights are released.
- Separate gross value from prior payments, approved fees, liens and other adjustments.
- Review Medicare and Social Security coordination when relevant; a medical allocation is not an automatic settlement multiplier.
Connecticut workers' compensation rates by injury date
Dated rate history from official Connecticut sources, reviewed . Looking for employer premiums? See workers' comp insurance cost by state.
| Injury period | Weekly maximum | Minimum basis |
|---|---|---|
| October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 | $1,776.00 | $355.20; no more than actual wages |
| October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026 | $1,716.00 | $343.20; no more than actual wages |
| October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025 | $1,654.00 | $330.80; no more than actual wages |
Connecticut pays 75% of after-tax average weekly earnings. Specific indemnity uses a lower weekly cap ($1,175 from October 2026; $1,220 for October 2025 – September 2026) and a $50 minimum. The TTD minimum is not modeled.
Reporting, filing and official sources
- Report the injury to your employer promptly.
- Serve Form 30C on the employer and the Commission within one year of the accident, or within three years of the first symptom of an occupational disease.
- Some exceptions exist, such as when the employer provided medical care, but confirm them before relying on one.
Connecticut benefit questions
How much does workers' comp pay in Connecticut?+
Connecticut temporary total pays 75% of average weekly earnings after federal and state income tax and FICA — not 75% of gross. The maximum is $1,776 a week for injuries from October 1, 2026 ($1,716 for October 2025 – September 2026; $1,654 for October 2024 – September 2025). At $1,000 after-tax AWW the rate is $750. Use the Commission's after-tax rate tables for the exact figure.
How do permanent disability benefits work in Connecticut?+
Connecticut permanent partial disability (specific indemnity) = 75% of after-tax AWW × scheduled weeks × loss-of-use %. It has its own lower weekly cap — $1,175 from October 2026, $1,220 for October 2025 – September 2026 — and a $50 minimum. Schedule: back 374 weeks, cervical spine 208 (from July 1, 2025; previously 117), master arm 208, master hand 168, leg 155, foot 125, eye 157. A 10% back rating at $1,000 after-tax AWW is 37.4 weeks × $750 = $28,050.
Can a Connecticut settlement close future medical care?+
A Connecticut full and final stipulation must be approved by an administrative law judge at a stipulation hearing. Once approved, the case closes and the worker gives up future medical, disability and loss-of-income benefits for that injury, including benefits if it worsens, unless the approved terms keep medical open.
What are the reporting and filing deadlines in Connecticut?+
Report the injury to your employer promptly. Serve Form 30C on the employer and the Commission within one year of the accident, or within three years of the first symptom of an occupational disease. Some exceptions exist, such as when the employer provided medical care, but confirm them before relying on one.
Is Connecticut workers' comp based on gross or take-home pay?+
Take-home. Connecticut pays 75% of average weekly earnings after income taxes and FICA, so the Commission's after-tax rate tables give the official figure.
Is Connecticut's PPD cap the same as the TTD maximum?+
No. Specific indemnity uses a separate, lower cap: $1,175 a week for injuries from October 1, 2026, versus $1,776 for temporary total.
Did Connecticut change the neck (cervical spine) schedule?+
Yes. For the cervical spine the schedule rose to 208 weeks on July 1, 2025, from 117. The back stays at 374 weeks.
Is there a separate knee or shoulder schedule in Connecticut?+
No. The statute lists the leg (155 weeks) and the arm (208 master, 194 other), not the knee or shoulder. How a knee or shoulder rating is applied depends on the medical rating and the judge.
Can I choose my own doctor in Connecticut?+
Generally yes, from the Commission's approved list, or within the employer's approved managed-care network if it has one. Later changes may need a judge's authorization.
Does surgery guarantee a larger Connecticut settlement?+
No. Surgery can change treatment costs, restrictions and medical evidence, but there is no automatic surgery multiplier. Permanent disability must be established under the applicable rules. Compare the benefits released and future care needs, not just the procedure name.
Are Connecticut workers' comp benefits taxable?+
Benefits paid under a workers' compensation law for an occupational injury or illness are generally excluded from federal income tax. Returned-to-work wages, retirement payments and Social Security offsets can have different tax treatment. Review IRS Publication 525 and seek tax advice for the agreement's allocations.
Can I receive pain and suffering through Connecticut workers' comp?+
Workers' compensation generally does not award pain and suffering. A separate claim against a responsible third party may allow different damages, but employer immunity and reimbursement rights need separate legal review.
When should I compare a Connecticut settlement offer?+
Compare an offer after understanding the wage calculation, medical condition, permanent-award category, unpaid benefits and rights released. There is no guaranteed settlement timeline. A bigger lump sum may be worse if it transfers expensive future treatment to you.
Where can I verify my Connecticut benefit rate?+
Use the official agency resources linked on this page and the written rate calculation in your claim. Injury date, benefit category, wage records and applicable limits matter. An entered rate is not independently verified by this calculator.
These calculations are estimates based on your inputs and general workers' compensation formulas. Actual benefits depend on state law, your specific injury, employer insurance carrier, and other factors. This is not legal advice. Consult a licensed workers' compensation attorney for guidance specific to your claim.